Welcome to our guide on child care options for military families in the Hampton Roads area. We understand the unique challenges military families face, and our goal is to provide you with information about the child care services available to you. As you settle into your new home, finding the right child care is crucial for your family's well-being. Here you'll find detailed information about various child care services, both on-base and off-base.
Whether you are new to the area or simply exploring your choices, our resources will help you find the best care for your children, giving you peace of mind as you balance your duties and family life.
When you’re confident that your child is safe and in good care, everything just seems easier. That’s our mission – to make sure you can rest easy knowing your kids are not only well cared for, but also enjoying themselves. Our Child Development Centers (CDC) are open to children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, for full-time or part-time care. Our classrooms provide fun, inclusive and engaging environments, individualized learning experiences that meet the needs of each child, and great opportunities for socialization! Whether you need full-time care or just some seasonal help – we’ve got an option for you.
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At CDCs, child care is provided Monday through Friday, within established operating hours. Full-time, part-time, hourly care, and supplemental care are all offered. Hours and types of supplemental care available can vary depending on the installation.
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When your hours aren’t typical, our 24/7 Centers are there to support your family needs. We offer the best service you’ll find – every day of the year. Our centers serve children from 6 weeks to 12 years old - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. With our 24/7 Centers, your children receive high-quality care from our licensed professionals, inclusive environments, and individualized learning opportunities in the comfort of a place that feels like home.
Our 24/7 Centers are like no other – we operate continuously. Full-time, part-time, hourly, weekend, and overnight options are available.
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When you need professional care with the comfort of home, our Family Child Care Program (FCC) are here to help. FCC Providers are self-employed individuals operating a child care business in their own home and often have previous early childhood education experience. They undergo regular inspections and receive ongoing programming support and extensive training – exactly like our Child Development Centers. They’re here to promote overall social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth – all while building school readiness skills.
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https://www.navylifema.com/programs/efc5fe0f-3c6c-436e-8896-73d3a136df68
It’s such a special time when your children start school, and our Youth Programs (YP) are ready to help meet their needs before and after school. Our goal is to support your child’s development by offering high-quality programs that help build positive relationships with peers and caring adults. We provide sports and recreational activities that focus on building self-esteem, developing appropriate relationships, facilitating academic success, and making healthy choices. The hours offered by Youth Programs vary based on the local school schedule and command requirements.